A Scoop on Business Success
From Retirement to Retail Triumph Alan Mandel and Judy Moldovan, once retirees in Pensacola, transformed their golden years into an entrepreneurial success story with AJ's Market & Ice Cream at Southtowne. What started as a desire to preserve the "Mom and Pop Shop" spirit quickly became a beloved community staple, earning them a national award. Their triumph stems from smart planning—saving two years of operating expenses—and invaluable guidance from the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at the
“Connecting Your Business to Tomorrow's Talent'' Scheduled for May 21st - VIRTUAL OPTION AVAILABLE
You are cordially invited to the May 21st Workforce Wednesday Lunch & Learn titled: “Connecting Your Business to Tomorrow's Talent: An Introduction to Xello for Workforce Engagement” Virtual (free) and in-person ($20, includes lunch) options are available.Register here: https://business.pensacolachamber.com/events/details/workforce-wednesday-lunch-and-learn-2025-may-32092?calendarMonth=2025-05-01 Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025Time: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm CTLocation: Virtual OR Greater Pensacola
Santa Rosa Economic Development Office hosting Practical Marketing Strategies Workshop
Tired of marketing that doesn't deliver? The Practical Marketing Strategies in-person workshop offers practical, down-to-earth strategies to attract more customers, build a brand, and drive sales. Social media, email, SEO, and more will be covered! The workshop will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 3, at the Santa Rosa County Economic Development Office, 6491 Caroline St., Suite 4 in Milton. Colton Currier, a business consultant for the Florida SBDC at the UWF College
Grow your garden and support education!
The University of Florida, IFAS and Pensacola State College Milton Campus is having its annual Spring Festival of Flowers on April 4, 5 & 6, 2025. Over one-hundred vendors selling plants from natives to ornamentals as well as various craft and food vendors. The event proceeds will be used for student scholarships, student field trips, and student computer lab needs at the University of Florida, IFAS Milton Programs. The three-day outdoor festival will be held on the University of Florida and Pensacola
Showcase and Share
Get in on the marketing. Did you know you can table at no cost by reaching out to join us at Florida's Small Business Day at our nearby state capital? Be part of our annual celebration in Tally at the Capitol courtyard March 26 to help showcase and market our state’s small business owners.Watch the highlights video now andlearn more to join! Attend a powerful SBDC workshop for entrepreneurs in partnership with Beachworx. Craft
